Sample of Steel 1868

"Sample of Steel," a work by John Heaton from 1868, showcases a simple yet compelling example of industrial material. The piece is a rectangular block of steel, measuring 1.4 cm in height, 10.3 cm in width, and 1.4 cm in depth. The steel's dark, metallic surface bears the marks of its industrial origin, suggesting a connection to the burgeoning industrial age. This piece, with its minimalist aesthetic and industrial subject matter, is a testament to the beauty that can be found in the mundane.